Winter facts 6

Winter facts 6

Let’s face it – winter time is not an ideal time for all Formula One fans around the world. No races, no tests yet... But cheer up – long before the engines roar again, the team will do its best to keep your appetite in check every day with some Formula One facts...

• The individual fibres in the carbon fibre are 5 times smaller than the human hair.

• The engine consumes around 450 litres of air every second.

• The first fire resistant overall was worn in 1979 by Niki Lauda.

• The hand grips of the steering wheel can be trimmed in alcantara or rubber depending on the preference of the driver.